BRAIN Initiative: Invasive Human Neural Recording and Stimulation
Official title: BRAIN Initiative: Research Opportunities Using Invasive Neural Recording and Stimulating Technologies in the Human Brain (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Offered by Department of Health and Human Services
Award
Award varies
Estimated Application Due Date
Feb 8, 2029
Eligible Area
National
Opens
Sep 30, 2026
Overview
Funds mechanistic research on how the human brain functions. Fits projects using invasive neural recording and stimulation to link neural activity to internal experiences.
- What it funds: Mechanistic research to understand human brain function
- Research focus: How neuron and network activity gives rise to internal experiences
- Methods: Invasive neural recording and stimulation in the human brain
- Restriction: Clinical trials are not allowed
- Deadline: February 8, 2029
Who Can Apply
- Not eligible: Non-U.S. organizations
- Not eligible: Non-U.S. components of U.S. organizations
- Allowed: Foreign components as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement
- Not eligible: Applications involving foreign subawards or subcontracts
- Check: Section III of the funding notice for additional eligibility requirements
Grant Details
Award Amount
Award varies
Eligible Area
National · Nationwide (federal)
Opens
Sep 30, 2026
Estimated Application Due Date
Feb 8, 2029
Contact & Funder Details
How To Apply
Apply directly on Department of Health and Human Services's website. Confirm current details before applying.
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